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The More Freedom Foundation PodcastAuthor: Rob Morris
The More Freedom Foundation is trying to save the world every week. Were at an odd point in history. We could be on the cusp of a new Golden Age, or we could be marching down the path to World War III. Despite the picture presented by most of our media, the world really is in great shape. The world is governed by US power and a set of institutions that have largely succeeded in bringing about unparalleled peace and prosperity. The only country strong enough to tear down this Pax Americana is the US itself. Language: en Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Bangladesh’s Turning Point
Monday, 23 February, 2026
Free and fair elections rarely come easily — especially in countries with long histories of political upheaval. This month Bangladesh held a vote that, while not without incidents of violence, was significantly more peaceful and orderly than many comparable political transitions in recent history. When Bangladesh's government fell to an uprising in August of 2024, it was possible to imagine a much worse result. In this episode of The More Freedom Foundation Podcast, Rob Morris and Ruairi explore how Bangladesh navigated a fragile democratic moment after years of turbulence, authoritarian drift, and deep political rivalry. While clashes and tensions did occur, the scale of unrest was far lower than the chaos seen during events like the Arab Spring, raising an important question: has Bangladesh turned a corner?We unpack the country’s complex political story, and the way powerful political families have shaped its modern trajectory. How has Bangladesh balanced Islamism and secularism? Why has power repeatedly consolidated at the top? And what made this election cycle different?We also examine the remarkable role of Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, who at 83 stepped in during a sensitive transition period. What reforms are being discussed? Could greater accountability and stronger parliamentary oversight reduce the risk of future instability?Bangladesh remains vulnerable, to climate catastrophe, economic pressure, and regional geopolitical tension. But in a world where political transitions often descend into widespread violence, even a mostly peaceful democratic process can represent meaningful progress.Is this the start of a more stable democratic era, or just a temporary pause in a longer struggle?SubstackPatreonWebsiteBooksTwitterTikTok
